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Aciculate

Definition:

Aciculate is an adjective that describes something pointed or needle-like.

Senses:

1. In the context of botany, aciculate refers to leaves or leaf-like structures that are needle-shaped, such as those of pine trees.
2. In a more general sense, aciculate can also describe any pointy or needle-like object or structure.

Usage:

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, aciculate is commonly used to describe the shape of pine needles.

Example Sentence: The aciculate leaves of the pine tree add a distinctive touch to the forest landscape.

Local Usage:

In local usage, aciculate can be employed to describe various sharp objects found in a particular community.

Example Sentence: The villagers used aciculate thorns from a local plant as a natural deterrent for intruders.

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